Socials 3.3

Not only did Canada's International Role change from 1945-2000, but Canadian society did as well. After World War 2, Canada was focused on urbanization, more specifically, industrialization. Many towns were developing from the construction of infrastructure, such as high-rise apartments and new housing developments in general. Canada's population began to grow quite quickly which meant that more cultures would be coming as well and with the acceptance of many immigrants meant a new beginning with multiculturalism. Unfortunately, many Canadians were not necessarily open to the idea of this. Slowly but surely, Canadians has done a very good job with making our society very multicultural. 

On the other hand, it was a new Era. People wanted to change their ways of life and did so by embracing the "hippie" culture. This included, rock music, rebellious clothing and experimental use of drugs. Within this new culture the development of racism, sexism and promoting peace arose. The drinking age was lowered from these people having an influence with the government and as well as voting age. Many elders became concerned about the youth at this time and in general, it stirred up more problems then it did with making improvement.